2005 Lotus Elise vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Elise | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Elise | Gol |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |